Fruit Compote

8 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. dried apricots
  • 1/2 lb. dried prunes
  • 4 slices lemon
  • 4 c. water
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 2 cinnamon sticks (3-inch)
  • 4 slices orange
  • other dried fruit may be added

Directions

  1. 1
    Simmer any combination of dried fruit, such as apples, pears, raisins, peaches and apricots in enough water to cover.
  2. 2
    Add water as needed during cooking, until all fruit is soft and tender.
  3. 3
    Add sugar to taste and about a 1-inch stick of cinnamon; add a strip of lemon rind.
  4. 4
    If cinnamon is unavailable, a pinch of ground cinnamon may be used.
  5. 5
    May be served hot or cold, as preferred.

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